Shepherd University’s Roadmap to Age-Friendly University Designation
2024

Shepherd University's Roadmap to Age-Friendly University Designation

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Author Information

Author(s): Heidi Dobish

Primary Institution: Shepherd University

Conclusion

Shepherd University successfully became an Age-Friendly University after mapping its core values and activities to the Age-Friendly principles.

Supporting Evidence

  • An AFU team was formed to discuss becoming an Age-Friendly University.
  • The team mapped university activities to the Age-Friendly principles.
  • The provost signed the application letter for the Age-Friendly initiative.
  • The university received acceptance into the Age-Friendly University Global Network.

Takeaway

Shepherd University is working to be more friendly to older people by following some important guidelines and getting community input.

Methodology

The university team mapped core values and activities to Age-Friendly principles and created an advisory board.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1758

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